It occured to me while writing my last review that it looks like I might as well work for Extreme Restraints, since it seems like much of our gear comes from there.  We do buy a lot from them, but I wanted to give a little more information as to where we look when trying to find new gear. 

When there’s a sale, or an item that is unique, we definitely go to Extreme Restraints.  Their items can be a bit pricey, but the sales usually bring them into line with other vendors.  We’ve found that their quality is always great, they ship pretty quickly, and their customer service is good.  We’ve had only one return there, for a ripped seam on our Darlex Sleepsack, and they had no problem replacing it for us.

Another great source for gear is eBay.  You can find almost anything you can find in the fetish shops on there.  The only worry there is quality.  We’ve found some really good sellers who have great quality and prices, but we’ve also had a few really bad items.  All I can say about eBay is do your research.  Look at feedback posted by others before buying from a seller.  If you are patient and don’t mind dealing with a few sketchy sellers, you can really get some awesome deals.

We also have bought from sub-shop.com.  Their prices are very high, but they also have good sales and can have some amazing bargains in their clearance section.  Their selection is also second to none.  I’ve never had to return anything from them, but have dealt with customer service when some items were not in stock.  They were always very prompt and helpful.  If you don’t mind the prices, or are willing to wait for something to go on clearance, they are definitely an excellent choice.

We will also plan on going to all of the local fetish shops when we travel. The prices are usually a little higher than online, but you can find some really unique items and you get the added bonus of being able to touch and feel the item. We have found some really good deals in some shops as well. Some of our favorites are Mr. S in San Francisco, Purple Passion in New York, and The Crypt on Park in San Diego.

I do a lot of research online before purchasing most items, and am always on the lookout for a new shop or a different item. If you put a little time into it you can get some great items to add to your collection at decent prices. I am also always willing to help out a fellow fetushist, so feel free to emil me with any thoughts or questions.

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